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“……I think you could record the entire soundtrack with absolutely no problem! I'm currently considering whether to invite a singer to guest perform. Do you have anyone in particular that you would recommend? Jazz, I hope it's a jazz style singer, maybe working in a jazz bar, that would be nice.”
“I've even imagined your outfit, haha. Justin and I were passing by the Upper East Side that day, and we saw a tailor shop that made custom-made suits by hand, and we were discussing, you are very suitable for suits, and in this movie, you can be perfect. Show your charm and feel like a retro gentleman.”
“As for the role, I am tailor-made for you. After finishing the filming of the last work, I watched the performances of several of the scenes over and over again. I still can't forget the look in your eyes. I feel that maybe this time we The shooting can be more restrained but produce better effects..”
Damien Chazelle talked endlessly and danced about his ideas and thoughts about "La La Land". His excitement and excitement could be felt from every corner of his face, and he was gearing up to enter the new world. Work, enthusiasm and excitement are just overflowing.
Renly was slightly envious, he also missed himself like this - and, looking at Damien like this, even Renly also jumped for joy..
“What's wrong? "Damien could sense the warmth in Renly's eyes, paused, and asked curiously..
Renly chuckled, "I just remembered our meeting opposite the Sunset Tower Hotel. No matter it was then or now, you still maintain this enthusiasm. I believe that as long as you open your mouth, you will be willing to take over this project now." There should be quite a few companies; haven’t you made other considerations?？”
“Why should I make other considerations? Damien asked back with questions, "In Sisyphus, you are willing to provide funds, listen to my ideas, and actively participate in the creation of the work, not to mention you, me Why make any other choice?？”
Indeed, after "Crackling Drummer" became famous in one fell swoop, Damien undoubtedly became a Hollywood upstart. As Renly said, as long as Damien opens his mouth, there are many film companies willing to take over Damien's new works, and Damien can definitely "The one with the highest price gets it" and wins a bright future for himself.
But Damien didn't.
Damien not only did not look for other film companies, but also waited patiently. Even though Renly had a busy schedule and never asked about the preparation progress of "La La Land", he still waited silently and ignored the inquiries from those film companies. Invitation, focus on the movie wholeheartedly.
This kind of concentration is extremely rare.
Perhaps, it has something to do with Damien’s experience of going around in circles looking for investors in “Exploding Drummer” like a headless fly..
Damien's rhetorical question made Renly chuckle, nodded in agreement, and then took over the conversation, "Sisyphus is willing to produce this work. Have you discussed it with the company? The production cost is approximately How many？”
“It's not certain yet, but my estimate is 30 million." Damien was a little shy, because the production cost was ten times higher than that of "Explosion Drummer". His eyes dodge a little, "It's mainly the scene special effects. , I hope to be able to show the golden age of Los Angeles like "Midnight in Paris", but it takes place in Los Angeles today, so the cost may be……”
“Ha. No problem." Renly smiled with his eyes full and stopped Damien's explanation. "I will tell them that there is no problem with this budget. After all, I will receive a big check soon..”
This is talking about the paycheck for "Jurassic World".
Because the movie is still being released, and large film companies need to go through the process of settling the payment, Renly's payment has not yet arrived. But as Renly said, judging from the current box office trend, it is guaranteed to be a big check now..
Damien was also amused by Renly's random jokes..
“Damien, you should know how much I am looking forward to this work. After the filming of "Breaking Drummer" was completed, you mentioned the outline of this project to me, and I expressed a positive attitude; but unfortunately, I have no way to participate. into this project.”
Renly was only halfway through his words when Damien started to scramble, his anxious expression unable to be concealed, "But... haven't we already agreed?？”
“Damien." Renly tried to explain..
But Damien was really frightened. He had nowhere to put his hands and didn't even know what he should do. "Renly, I'm serious. This is a role that is completely tailor-made for you. You know what? Sebastian Tian, this name comes from your middle name, as well as piano and jazz. These are all based on your settings. Even the final 'Casablanca'-style ending, I simulated you in my mind. written in the image of……”
“Damien, I believe, I believe everything you say, it's not your problem, it's mine." Renly's tone still remained gentle, with a slight smile on his lips, but obviously, Damien But he didn't believe it. His eyes were full of despair and heartbreak, just like a poodle abandoned by Renly. His wet eyes were clearly filled with sadness. This made Renly feel dumbfounded and helplessly raised a smile..
Originally, Renly had no intention of explaining to Damien because this was not his style of sharing his private affairs with others. But now, Renly calmed down and said, "Damien, actually... After I finished filming 'Rogue One,' I hit a slump.”
Damien was slightly stunned..
“I don't like acting, and I'm not used to acting. In the past, acting could be very pure, just me and my character, but now my life is...complicated." Renly did not explain further, but the word "complicated" contained There were too many words, which made Damien gradually quiet down..
Although Damien did not reach the height of Renly, he could also appreciate the "noise" - after the Oscar, his life with Justin Hurwitz became noisy, and monsters and monsters began to actively approach him. He didn't like that chaotic and messy feeling..
“I originally hoped to take a break for half a year to a year to really distance myself from all the distractions, sort out my thoughts, and then rethink my future." At this point, Renly cast a glance at Damien, "So , I just felt your enthusiasm, I was a little envious.”
Behind the word "envy" lies a little loneliness and loss. Even without too much explanation, Damien can relate to it..
“I'm not sure what my current state is. This TV series was an accident, Andy..." Renly fell silent and thought seriously for a moment, "Andy hopes that I can cheer up and find the passion I once had again, even if I can't. To go back and at least be able to enjoy performing again. Andy and David convinced me that I was trying, through a long process of breaking in, to rejuvenate the wellsprings of enthusiasm.”
“I...I have recovered a little now, but I'm not sure how much time it will take, maybe tomorrow, maybe next year, I don't know." Renly said sincerely, "But I don't want you to delay coming down for me.……”
“I don't mind." Damien said bluntly, "Renly, I'm serious, I don't mind, if we need to wait a year, then we will wait a year..”
“But Sisyphus Films can't wait a year." Renly made another joke, but Damien didn't laugh, which made Renly chuckle, "Damien, I believe you are serious, and so do I. I believe that the role of Sebastian was indeed created for me, but I really hope to see this work as soon as possible. You should continue at the original pace. If you missed me, Hollywood still has countless excellent actors..”
Damien's eyes showed despair. Although he could understand Renly, the disappointment was still difficult to conceal. He hugged his head in frustration..
“Ha, Damien, your reaction makes me feel honored. Knowing that I am an irreplaceable actor and not... not one of the countless actors in Hollywood is the best recognition for an actor." Blue. Li Zhan showed a big smile.
Damien immediately raised his head, "Of course, you are the best, you are irreplaceable. Renly, believe me, no actor can replace you.".”
“Indeed, this is the truth." Renly also rarely showed off arrogantly, but Damien was still serious in his eyes. Renly could only continue helplessly, "Choose other actors, not to replace my position, but to pursue Different positioning gives Sebastian a new character.”
Renly doesn't want Wren to think of him as a replacement, nor does he think of Wren as his replacement..
“Damien, listen to me carefully. I think Ryan Gosling is a very suitable choice. His gloominess and chicness can give Sebastian different qualities; and, believe me, in the actor's dream On the road, Ryan has been more bumpy and arduous than me, so I can be considered a lucky man." As he spoke, Renly laughed to himself - the advantages of two lives, this is the point that Ryan can't compare with..
“Did you know? Ryan was once interrupted by a sandwich takeaway during an audition. His performance could not continue at all, and he looked like a fool." Renly told interesting things about Ryan's chat, "Ryan's biggest dream was to not be allowed to do anything. Successfully complete an audition without interruption.”
Not even a successful audition, but a successful audition.
Damien's attention was drawn and he was slightly in a trance..
“Ryan and I...well, we are both dreamers. I am more persistent, and Ryan is more rough. I think Ryan can interpret Sebastian differently. From a certain perspective, Ryan may More suitable than me." Renly's words opened the door to another world for Damien..
Sebastian chose to compromise in the face of reality, and was even forced to give up his dream for a time.
This is Ryan's pain, but not Renly's.
As Renly said, he and Ryan are two different actors, and the Sebastian they interpret will also be two different characters. Perhaps, Ryan is more in line with Damien's interpretation of Sebastian An’s perception and understanding.
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